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Allen Control Systems

Full Stack Android Developer

Austin, TXfulltimemidAdded today

About this role

Allen Control Systems seeks an Android developer to build high-performance, real-time applications for autonomous defense systems using Kotlin and Jetpack Compose. You'll optimize for low-latency interactions, gamepad input handling, and embedded tablet environments in a fast-paced defense startup backed by $200M in funding.

What you'll do

  • Design and develop native Android applications in Kotlin for performance-critical remote weapon system interfaces
  • Build responsive Jetpack Compose UIs for tablets and embedded systems with game-like interactions
  • Integrate with back-end APIs and WebSockets to ensure seamless real-time system communication
  • Optimize applications for low latency, smooth responsiveness, and gamepad/joystick input handling
  • Collaborate with product, UX/UI, and back-end teams to implement defense-focused interfaces
  • Maintain code quality through reviews, testing, and continuous architecture improvements

What they're looking for

  • Kotlin and Java
  • Jetpack Compose and MVVM/MVI state management
  • Kotlin Flows and reactive programming
  • Android Studio, Gradle, and build configuration
  • RESTful APIs and WebSockets
  • Game input handling and controller integration
  • Git and CI/CD workflows
  • Low-latency and real-time system optimization

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Equity package
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Work with cutting-edge autonomous systems technology
  • Fast-paced startup environment with direct product impact
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Allen Control Systems

Allen Control Systems builds autonomous defense systems, including gun turrets and drone-defense technology, using computer vision, control systems, and robotics. The company is hiring across software engineering, mechanical engineering, testing, and operations roles to support product development and scaled production.

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Likely interview questions

  • Describe your experience optimizing Android applications for low-latency, real-time performance. What metrics do you use to measure responsiveness?
  • How have you implemented MVVM or MVI patterns with Kotlin Flows in a complex application, and what challenges did you encounter?
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